1999 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daewoo Lanos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daewoo Lanos would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 850 kg more than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Lanos | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Daewoo | Dodge |
| Model | Lanos | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
